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The Buff Smoothie is a nutritious and refreshing beverage that’s perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout snack. It’s made with a blend of plain, low-fat soy milk, acai, grape, or pomegranate juice, and a variety of frozen fruits including banana, strawberries, blueberries, and peaches. The ingredients are combined in a blender and refrigerated overnight or up to 8 hours. In the morning, or when the fruit is partially thawed, the mixture is blended until smooth and served immediately. This smoothie is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice for any time of the day.
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Directions
- Gather Ingredients:
- 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup of almond milk
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup of frozen mixed berries
- 1 scoop of protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional for a colder texture)
- Blend Ingredients:
- In a blender, combine the Greek yogurt, almond milk, banana, frozen mixed berries, protein powder, and honey or maple syrup (if using).
- Blend until smooth and creamy, adding ice cubes if desired for a colder consistency.
- Adjust Consistency:
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk, a splash at a time, until desired consistency is reached. If it’s too thin, add more frozen berries or ice cubes.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
- Garnish with fresh berries or a sprinkle of granola for extra texture and flavor, if desired.
Cook’s Note
- Don’t have all the ingredients on hand? No problem! Feel free to swap out the frozen mixed berries for any fresh or frozen fruit you have available. Additionally, you can substitute the Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like almond or coconut yogurt for a vegan-friendly version.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 3g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 20g
